Ingredients
1 large egg1/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce3/4 cup slivered almonds, chopped and toasted1/3 cup panko bread crumbs1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 teaspoon seafood seasoning1/4 teaspoon garlic powder4 tilapia fillets (4 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper
Preparation
Preheat oven to 400°. Whisk together egg and hot sauce in a shallow bowl. In a separate shallow bowl, toss almonds, bread crumbs, lemon zest and seasonings.
Halve fillets lengthwise; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Dip in egg mixture, then in almond mixture, patting to adhere; place on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake until lightly browned and fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 12-15 minutes.
